Abacus Staffing, a leading provider of comprehensive employment/placement solutions is seeking market talent. We offer meaningful and long-term employment opportunities, competitive pay structure and outstanding customer service to a workforce of more than 20,000, nationally.

 

Job Title:            Peer Recovery Support Specialist  

Job Locations:   Virginia Beach, VA

Schedule:          Varies

Pay Rate:            $19.75

 

ABACUS is NOW HIRING two Peer Recovery Support Specialist positions with two different work schedules - MAKE THIS YOUR FOREVER HOME

 

Responsible for provision of support services to adults with substance use disorders. Performs screenings, conducts recovery-oriented service planning, and individual goal implementation to include training/coaching in daily living skills, facilitating social/recreational activities, recovery education, and fostering client advocacy and responsibility. Conducts GPRA surveys.

 

Job Duties:

• Works closely with local hospital emergency rooms, Emergency Service, and Crisis Stabilization staff to provide client perspective on a comprehensive assessment to determine individualized treatment preferences.
• Assists clients in developing a Recovery Plan by identifying client’s goals, strengths, and steps toward recovery, to include needed supports.
• Completes GPRA surveys.
• Assists clients with general problem solving and development of skills in obtaining services and supports through coaching toward an increased sense of responsibility.
• Educates clients about available community resources and advocates for services on behalf of clients as needed.
• Assists in the development and facilitation of recovery-oriented groups, using educational tools and utilizing personal experiences with substance use disorders and mental illness.
• Acts as a liaison between clients and other service providers (Emergency Service workers, case managers, counselors, etc.) to ensure that client preferences expressed in Recovery Plans are included in Individual Service Plans.
• Maintains accurate documentation consistent with agency guidelines, grant requirements, and licensure standards.
• Collaborates with multiple programs as part of a treatment team, community services providers, and significant others as necessary.
• Attends staff meetings, case meetings, and staff training activities as required.
• Utilizes SAMHSA’s Crisis Prevention Action Plan and other recovery-oriented peer support programs.
• Assists clients with developing skills and strategies to prevent relapse of substance addiction and possible mental health symptoms, reconnecting them with their recovery goals.
• Completes other tasks and duties as assigned by supervisor.

 

 

 

 

Requirements:

• Graduation from Peer-to-Peer Support Specialist Training (or working toward this certification) or WRAP Facilitator training. Must be eligible to become a Certified Peer Recovery Specialist (CPRS) in Virginia.
• High School diploma or GED with some related experience (may be personal experience with a substance abuse/mental health service system).  Bachelor’s degree in a human service or related fields a plus. Must have acceptable driving record. Must have lived experience with substance abuse or mental health disorders. If not obtained prior to hire, the peer counselor will receive Peer Certification Recovery Services (CPRS) training.

 

 

Additional Required Screenings: 

•  Fingerprinting for barrier crime positions, CPS check required, DMV check, DOT history check

 

 

Weekly pay and benefits available!

Abacus Staffing

Visit us: 360 Southport Circle, Suite102 Virginia Beach, VA 23452

Contact us: (757) 495-3145 (text or call)

Apply at: www.abacusonline.jobs

 

 

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Join the Abacus family of more than 27,000 employees assigned to top-rated clients, nationally.

Why Abacus?

• Competitive Pay Rates
• Excellent Culture
• Meaningful Employment
• Potential for Growth

When you apply, your experience may be considered across business verticals:

• Abacus Staffing – Multi-Client General Staffing
• Abacus Solution Group – Professional Placement
• Harrison Richard Group – Accounting & Finance
• Abacus Security Services

Employment opportunities include a wide range of placement options: project-based, temporary to permanent hire, part-time, contract-basis, direct hire and on-demand placement.

Ideal Candidate will possess:

• Minimum of 6 months experience in this position
• Flexibility to align your experience with a broad range of assignments
• Meet physical, aptitude, educational and minimum experience criteria